- Best overall: Sparkle Storm, a palette, gloss, glitter and two brushes in a sherpa bag.
- Best starter set: Shine & Glow, three easy products in a pink canvas bag.
- Best for sleepovers: Get Ready with Me, glitter plus hair accessories for a group.
- Best makeup-free gift: the skincare set, for kids who want a routine without color.
- Almost every set ships in its own bag, so the gift stays together.
Best overallPetite 'n Pretty Sparkle Storm Makeup Gift Set for Kids Tweens Teens
Best starter setPetite 'n Pretty Shine & Glow Makeup Set for Kids Tweens Teens
Best varietyPetite 'n Pretty Better Get Glowing Makeup Set for Kids & Tweens
Best for a natural lookPetite 'n Pretty Better Get Blushing Makeup Set for Kids & TweensGood makeup sets for tweens do two jobs at once: they let a child try a few kinds of product, and they arrive looking like a real present. Petite 'n Pretty builds most of its range into bundles like that, each with its own bag.
We compared six of them on paper, using only what each listing states. Single products live in the eyes and palettes and lips categories; this list is about the boxed sets.
Our picks
Petite 'n Pretty Sparkle Storm Makeup Gift Set for Kids Tweens Teens
Sparkle Storm is a limited-edition set with the Cool Vibes Eye & Cheek Palette, a Deluxe 10K Shine Lip Gloss in Pink Frost and the Sparkly Ever After All Over Glitter in Fresh Frost. It adds two petite-sized brushes for blending eyeshadow and blush. Everything comes in a blue sherpa makeup bag. On paper it is the most complete of all the Petite 'n Pretty makeup sets for tweens.
- Palette, gloss and glitter in one box
- Two petite brushes included
- Soft sherpa bag doubles as a keepsake
- Limited edition, may sell out by season
Petite 'n Pretty Shine & Glow Makeup Set for Kids Tweens Teens
Shine & Glow bundles the 10K Shine Lip Gloss in Glow Down, the Glow Up Stick in Gimme Glimmer and the Sparkly Ever After Glitter in Sunbeam, all in a reusable pink canvas bag. The listing calls it mess-free and says the formulas are dermatologist- and pediatrician-approved. None of the three needs brushes or a steady hand.
- Three easy, forgiving products
- Warm golden tones suit most skin tones
- Reusable canvas bag
- No palette or brushes
Petite 'n Pretty Better Get Glowing Makeup Set for Kids & Tweens
Better Get Glowing mixes makeup with fun extras: press-on nails, a lengthening mascara, a multi-use blush and highlight stick, oil-absorbing blotting sheets and a clear travel bag. The listing says the nails apply in minutes with no glue and the makeup washes off easily. That makes it a good fit for vacations and sleepovers.
- Nails, mascara and cheek stick in one kit
- No-glue press-on nails, per the listing
- Clear bag makes it easy to pack
- Mascara may be more than some parents want for younger kids
Petite 'n Pretty Better Get Blushing Makeup Set for Kids & Tweens
Better Get Blushing shares the format of Better Get Glowing but swaps the mascara for a clear brow pen. You still get press-on nails, the multi-use blush and highlight stick, blotting sheets and a clear travel bag. For families who want no color around the eyes, that swap is the whole point.
- No mascara, just a clear brow pen
- Same fun extras as the Glowing kit
- Dermatologist-tested, per the listing
- Blush stick is the only color in the kit
Petite 'n Pretty Get Ready with Me Essentials Set for Girls Tweens Teens
Get Ready with Me is built for a group: mini sparkly gel glitter, a scrunchie and hair clips, all in a makeup bag. The glitter is listed as quick-drying and plastic-free for eyes, cheeks and body. The hair clips are described as designed not to pull or break hair. It is more about getting ready together than about makeup itself.
- Hair accessories plus glitter
- Plastic-free gel glitter formula
- Easy to share across a group
- Only one makeup product
Petite 'n Pretty Skincare Gift Set for Kids & Tweens - Cleanser & Cream
This skincare gift set has a gentle cleanser, a lightweight moisturizer, a reusable pink silicone facial scrubber and oil blotting sheets. The listing says it is formulated for young, sensitive skin without harsh ingredients or heavy formulas. It is a good alternative when a tween asks for a set like her friends have but you are not ready for makeup.
- Simple two-step routine
- Reusable silicone scrubber
- Works as a back-to-school or spa-day gift
- No color products at all
What comes in each set?
The biggest difference between these makeup sets for tweens is the mix of products. Here is what each listing names.
| Set | Lip | Eyes / brows | Cheeks | Extras | Bag |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparkle Storm | ✓ Pink Frost gloss | ✓ Palette | ✓ Palette | 2 brushes, glitter | Blue sherpa |
| Shine & Glow | ✓ Glow Down gloss | ~ Glow stick | ✓ Glow stick | Sunbeam glitter | Pink canvas |
| Better Get Glowing | ✗ | ✓ Mascara | ✓ Blush stick | Nails, blotting sheets | Clear travel |
| Better Get Blushing | ✗ | ✓ Clear brow pen | ✓ Blush stick | Nails, blotting sheets | Clear travel |
| Get Ready with Me | ✗ | ~ Gel glitter | ~ Gel glitter | Scrunchie, hair clips | Makeup bag |
| Skincare set | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Cleanser, cream, scrubber | ✗ |
Petite 'n Pretty Sparkle Storm Makeup Gift Set for Kids Tweens Teens
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Check price →How many pieces are in the box?
Piece count is a rough guide to how much a set lets a child explore. We counted the items each listing names, including the bag.
Items named in each listing
Products, tools and bag, counted from the listing text
With makeup sets for tweens, more pieces is not always better. A first-timer often gets more from three easy products than from six she is unsure how to use.
How to choose makeup sets for tweens
A few questions narrow the choice quickly.
- Is this her first makeup? Pick Shine & Glow. Gloss, a glow stick and glitter forgive mistakes.
- Does she already love makeup? Sparkle Storm adds a real palette and brushes.
- Are you cautious about eye makeup? Better Get Blushing replaces mascara with a clear brow pen.
- Is it for a party or sleepover? Get Ready with Me is made to be shared.
- Not ready for makeup at all? The skincare set still feels like a grown-up gift.
Check the free-from list too. The brand lists its formulas as cruelty-free, nut-free and paraben-free across the range, which matters for families managing allergies. If your child has sensitive skin, try a small amount on the inner arm first.
How we picked
We looked at every Petite 'n Pretty bundle with photos on its listing and read what each one contains, how it is packed and what the maker says about its formulas. We kept makeup sets for tweens that cover different needs, so no two picks do the same job.
We left out prices and star ratings, since both change. For glitter-focused bundles, see our guide to glitter makeup for kids.
FAQ
What are the best makeup sets for tweens who are beginners?
Shine & Glow is the easiest start: a lip gloss, a glow stick and glitter that need no brushes. Better Get Blushing is a good alternative if you want a clear brow pen instead of color around the eyes.
Do Petite 'n Pretty sets come with a bag?
Most do. Sparkle Storm has a blue sherpa bag, Shine & Glow a pink canvas bag, and the Better Get kits a clear travel bag.
Are the press-on nails hard to remove?
The listing says they apply in minutes with no glue. Without glue, they are meant to come off easily.
Is Petite 'n Pretty makeup approved by doctors?
The maker states its products are pediatrician-approved, and several set listings add dermatologist approval or dermatologist testing.
Which set is best for a dance recital?
Sparkle Storm gives the most color for the stage. For lashes, the Better Get Glowing kit includes a lengthening mascara.